“Child Like” by George McKinsey Robinson

I’m just a little child, you see—
And you’re so big and strong—
I hate it when you yell at me
And point your finger long.

I would, I could, I know I should—
I'm good, I wish you knew,
That in my little learning heart
I yearn to be like you.
But I’m just a little child, you see,
And you’re so hard to reach.
Come down and meet me eye to eye;
And talk with me; don’t preach!
Within the space of face to face
My hope and courage soar.
I’m just a little child you see
Who now knows I'll be more.

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